About the role
This is a highly active, hands-on position where you will spend 80% of your time on the warehouse floor working right alongside a small crew of storepersons. You will lead by example daily—picking orders, packing boxes, and operating forklifts—while stepping up to handle day-to-day team coordination and covering for the Warehouse Manager when they are off-site.
Key responsibilities
Actively pick and pack premium inventory, parts, and apparel to hit daily dispatch targets, while keeping the floor clean, tidy, and highly organized
Safely operate forklifts to load/unload trucks, log incoming shipments against delivery manifests, and handle courier logistics and rolling stocktakes
Assist the Manager with setting up daily dispatch plans, keeping the floor crew on task, and handling customer telephone inquiries when required
Step up to take ownership of the floor, answer team questions, and keep operations moving smoothly when the Manager is away
About you
2–3 years of solid warehouse experience is advantageous
Past exposure as a Leading Hand or 2IC is preferred
A valid Fork Hoist (OSH) & New Zealand Firearms Licence would be highly advantageous for this role
Positive "can do" attitude, a willingness to learn, and a desire to exceed expectations
Suitable health and strength for heavy lifting is required
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to use your own initiative
Excellent written and verbal communication skills alongside the ability to problem-solve and work independently
Deeply health and safety conscious, always looking out for yourself and your crew on the floor
A genuine personal interest or background in firearms, hunting, or shooting sports is highly valued
Benefits
Free Onsite Parking: Dedicated carpark right at the Penrose facility
Premium Product Alignment: A truly unique opportunity to work directly with elite global brands like Beretta, Sako, Tikka, and Benelli
Great Culture: Lead and develop a small, close-knit, and genuinely supportive floor crew
About us
At Beretta New Zealand, we distribute some of the world's most premium, world-class firearms, optics, and ammunition. Based in our Penrose facility, we pride ourselves on precision, safety, and a supportive team culture.